Biotech Lab Operations Associate (Contract)

Flagship Pioneering; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Flagship Pioneering invites applications for a Contract Laboratory Operations Associate at Terrana Biosciences in Research Triangle Park, NC. The role focuses on safe, efficient lab operations, supporting scientists, and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced biotech environment.

You will oversee purchasing, shipping, inventory, waste disposal, and regulatory compliance while collaborating across teams. On-site, full-time commitment required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Co-op and internship experience may be considered.
• Ability to work onsite, full-time in Research Triangle Park, NC.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Partner with scientists and cross-functional teams to anticipate operational needs and minimize disruptions to research.
• Manage daily laboratory operations, including purchasing support, shipping and receiving, inventory, vendor and service contracts, equipment maintenance, documentation, and record keeping.
• Champion a strong culture of laboratory safety.
• Coordinate biological and chemical waste disposal in compliance with regulations.
• Support USDA permitting and other regulatory compliance activities.
• Respond to occasional after-hours laboratory emergencies and assist the Controlled Environment Agriculture team with plant care when needed.

Skills

Strong organizational

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or related

Tools

LIMS

Lab management software

Job description

Flagship Pioneering invites applications for a Contract Laboratory Operations Associate at Terrana Biosciences in Research Triangle Park, NC. The role focuses on safe, efficient lab operations, supporting scientists, and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced biotech environment.

You will oversee purchasing, shipping, inventory, waste disposal, and regulatory compliance while collaborating across teams. On-site, full-time commitment required.